Athletic Bilbao vs Espanyol: Team Comparison
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Comparing Athletic Bilbao and Espanyol across the metrics that matter, the model leans toward Athletic Bilbao — a 64% win probability once the bookmaker margin is stripped out. The draw sits at 22%. Below, the head-to-head numbers show where that edge comes from.
The detail backs this up: Athletic Bilbao carry the stronger recent form, Athletic Bilbao project for more goals (2.22 xG), Athletic Bilbao have the better head-to-head record. Read together, these are the factors separating the two sides — not a single number but the weight of several pointing the same way.
| Athletic Bilbao | Metric | Espanyol |
|---|---|---|
| 68 | Strength rating | 33 |
| 64% | Win probability | 13% |
| D W L L W | Recent form | D L W L L |
| 5 | Head-to-head wins | 5 |
| 2.22 | Expected goals | 0.65 |
Comparison based on odds, recent form and head-to-head data. For information only — not betting advice. 18+.
Who is more likely to win, Athletic Bilbao or Espanyol?
The model favours Athletic Bilbao at 64%, with the draw at 22%.